PJM/MISO Construction Manager

TXU Retail Services Company; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TXU Retail Services Company is seeking a Construction Manager in Irving, Texas. The CM is responsible for overseeing construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they meet safety, budgetary, and design standards.

The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in power generation or construction management, with proven skills in managing large contract scopes and understanding quality standards. This role offers a great opportunity to work with various teams and ensure project success.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of power generation or construction experience.
• Prior experience in project management.
• Ability to manage large contract scope.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of construction project including budgets and schedules.
• Prepare cost estimates and work timetables.
• Report work progress and budget matters to management.
• Comply with legal requirements and codes.

Skills

Power generation experience

Construction management

Knowledge in Quality Standards

Project management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree programs or certifications

Job description

Job Summary

The Construction Manager (CM) is responsible for all field related issues of construction projects, from breaking ground to commercial operation, for the Vistra fleet, which includes solar, energy storage, fossil and other technologies Vistra may develop. The CM will be responsible for oversight of the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor during all aspects of the project to ensure safe, on-time and on-budget project completion in accordance with design specifications and Vistra fleet standards. The construction manager will report to the construction site on a daily basis and serve as the single point of contact for the EPC contractor. The CM will be responsible for oversight of safety, quality, cost, schedule, and environmental compliance during all aspects of the project. The CM will manage scopes of work that are Vistra's responsibilities during construction, ensuring they meet the overall objectives of the project.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage all aspects of construction project at the project site including budgets and schedules. Ensure all safety protocols and procedures are followed and maintained.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and work timetables for any scope of work not included in the EPC contract.
• Interpret and understand the main EPC contract and technical information to work with main contractor through commercial operation.
• Report work progress and budget matters to management via standard processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors and the operations team at site (if applicable).
• Work with main EPC contractor to understand schedule and justify percent complete.
• Understand and approve monthly invoices from the EPC contractor for payment. Communicate with executive management using weekly and monthly reports.
• Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other problems and coordinate with Owner's Engineers to answer any RFIs from the contractor.
• Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations.
• Work with operations staff for plant turnover.

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements

• 6+ years of power generation, construction or equivalent energy industry experience, prior experience in a project management
• Construction Management in large power plant projects (fossil and/or renewables)
• Knowledge in Quality Standards (ANSI, ACI, NEC, etc.)
• Ability to manage large contract scope
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills

Key Metrics

• Utilize sound judgement and construction expertise to understand key deliverables in the EPC contract and interface directly with contractor on all contract needs including working with the EPC contractor to ensure the project is on schedule and under budget.
• The position will require the ability to manage and coordinate multiple groups of the project from operations staff to the Owner’s Engineer (OE) to ensure all deliverables are met.
• Manage OE to coordinate drawing reviews and RFIs.
• Manage and negotiate all change orders to remain within budget.

Location

Irving, Texas.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.